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Can a De Facto Partner Contest a Will in Queensland?
Wills & Estates Law Blog [Australia]

Can a De Facto Partner Contest a Will in Queensland?

Can a De Facto Partner Contest a Will? Yes, de facto partners can contest a…

15 min read Jan 30, 2026
Can a stepchild contest will QLD?
Wills & Estates Law Blog [Australia]

Can a stepchild contest will QLD?

Yes, a stepchild can contest a will in Queensland. Under the Succession Act 1981 (Qld),…

11 min read Jan 29, 2026
He Left His $2 Million Estate to a Ghost: What the Southey Romance Scam Case Means for Executors
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He Left His $2 Million Estate to a Ghost: What the Southey Romance Scam Case Means for Executors

When a Melbourne retiree died believing he was engaged to an American man he’d never…

10 min read Jan 22, 2026
Lost Will? Here’s what to do
Wills & Estates Law Blog [Australia]

Lost Will? Here’s what to do

The death of a loved one is already a stressful time. Discovering the original will…

3 min read Dec 4, 2025
Probate Costs QLD: What Fees Should I Expect?
Wills & Estates Law Blog [Australia]

Probate Costs QLD: What Fees Should I Expect?

In Australia, probate is a formal legal procedure wherein the Supreme Court verifies several key…

5 min read Dec 4, 2025
How to Apply for Probate QLD
Wills & Estates Law Blog [Australia]

How to Apply for Probate QLD

Probate is a court order made by the Supreme Court of Queensland which confirms the…

4 min read Dec 4, 2025
When is Probate Required in Qld?
Wills & Estates Law Blog [Australia]

When is Probate Required in Qld?

If a loved one has recently passed away you’ve probably discovered a thesaurus of new…

4 min read Dec 4, 2025
How long does Probate take in Qld?
Wills & Estates Law Blog [Australia]

How long does Probate take in Qld?

From taking your instructions to receiving the grant of probate, the probate process takes 6…

3 min read Dec 4, 2025
What happens after Probate has been Granted in QLD?
Wills & Estates Law Blog [Australia]

What happens after Probate has been Granted in QLD?

If someone close to you has passed away, you’ve probably learned what probate means. Now,…

5 min read Dec 4, 2025

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